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Rock Climbing · Glenwood Springs, CO

Gutless Wonder

difficultSpring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Glenwood Springs, 3 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:13 pm.

80°

Mostly Cloudy

Feels like 80°

Storm chance

11% tonight

Wind

5 mph NNW

UV index

0 low

Sun window

6:16 am to 8:13 pm

Roaring Fork at Glenwood Springs is running 544 cfs, water 64°.

Distance

Elevation gain

33ft

High point

9,196ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

Gutless Wonder is a rock climbing destination in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, situated within The Puoux area. It is classified as a difficult climb with an elevation of 9,196 feet. The route is notable for being impossibly steep and features limestone walls. It has a grade of 5.14b, which corresponds to an 8c rating. The route gained recognition after climber Ben Rueck spent two years working on and sending the project. Parking is available at the site, and pets are permitted. The area offers numerous other rock climbing options nearby, including routes named Mudwall and Dead Horse.

Trail profile

Gain

33 ft

Avg grade

Steepest

High point

9,196 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Approach Start9,163 ft
2Climbing Route9,190 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Spring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.

Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified

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